Hot summers are a fact of life in South East Queensland, and the weather can get pretty warm in other months as well. Air con is pretty much a necessity if you want to have a comfortable home life. If you’re in the market for a new or replacement air con system, read on to find out everything you need to know to make the right air con decision for your home.
Ducted air con systems
Ducted air con systems are one of the two buying options you have when it comes to air conditioning your Greater Springfield home. Ducted air con pumps air into different rooms via ceiling ducts. For example, warmer outside air is cooled in the ducts prior to its circulation inside the home.
Split system air conditioners
Split system air con systems have inside and outside units. One or more inside units are usually placed on room walls and they are connected to the outside unit.
Both split system and ducted air con systems have their pros and cons. Let’s look at ducted systems first.
The pros and cons of ducted air con
Pros:
- Ducted air conditioning systems cost less to run than split system air conditioners (in other words, they are more energy-efficient).
- They make less noise than split air con systems.
- Ducted air con systems are less noticeable in your home than split systems.
- If you have a large area, ducted air con systems are more suitable than split systems.
Cons:
- Ducted air conditioning is a more expensive system to install than a split system.
- Ducted systems aren’t as suitable for smaller areas as split systems.
The pros and cons of split system air con
Pros:
- Split air conditioning systems are less expensive to install than ducted air con.
- They are more suitable for smaller areas than ducted systems.
Cons:
- Split system air conditioners cost more to run than ducted air conditioners (in other words, they are less energy-efficient).
- They make more noise than ducted air con systems.
- Split systems are more noticeable in homes than ducted air con systems.
- They are less suitable for large areas than ducted systems.
Air con FAQs
Which air con system is better? Ducted or split system?
The best type of air con system for your Greater Springfield home depends on your needs, preferences and budget. Both systems will help to keep you cooler in summer (and warmer in winter if you have a reverse cycle air con system).
What is reverse cycle air con?
A reverse cycle air con system can both cool and heat your home. Both ducted and split systems have reverse cycle models available.
How often should you get your air con system serviced?
This depends on how heavily you use it, but in general, a service once a year should be sufficient unless you are having issues with your system. For example, if it’s not cooling your home effectively or is becoming more expensive to run, you may have a repair or maintenance issue.
You should get into the habit of regularly cleaning your air con filter to help keep it running as efficiently as possible in between professional services.
How long do air con systems last?
This depends on a range of factors, including the quality of the system, how extensively you use it, and how well it is maintained. If you buy a high-quality system and maintain it effectively, you should get years of hassle-free use of your air con system.
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